Description
A vibrant and nourishing pasta bake filled with mixed vegetables and a medley of cheeses, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole grain pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Chop bell peppers, zucchini, and spinach; halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and marinara sauce.
- Add olive oil, oregano, and basil; mix until well combined.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and feta cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize with different vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Garnish with fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta bake, Mediterranean, healthy, vegetarian